May 2022 - American Shrimp Processors' Association

Wild-Caught Shrimp Casserole

Looking for a bona fide, crowd-pleasing recipe to prepare for the next potluck? Look no further than this scrumptious Wild-Caught Shrimp Casserole, a fresh spin on the classic recipe that’s easy to make and even easier to love! INGREDIENTS 1 ½ pounds wild-caught American shrimp: peeled and deveined 1 ½ cups of rice ½ cup...

Chef Advocate Highlight: Chef Peter Vauthy

PETER VAUTHY RED SOUTH BEACH Executive Chef Peter Vauthy is mixing things up with his new restaurant, RED South Beach, while staying true to his homegrown roots. Inspired by what he learned from his family while incorporating his unique perspective on the classics, Chef Vauthy’s envelope-pushing culinary masterpieces stem from the marriage of innovation and...

How to Read Seafood Labels and Avoid Imported Shrimp

When it comes to shopping for shrimp, especially during an international pandemic, it is now more important than ever to be sure that you are purchasing wild-caught American shrimp. However, due to the actions of various non-U.S. shrimp production companies, this process can be made more difficult than it sounds. As Wild American Shrimp has...

Chef Advocate Highlight: Jim Smith

CHEF JIM SMITH THE HUMMINGBIRD WAY Jim Smith is the former Executive Chef of the State of Alabama and Chairman of the Alabama Seafood Marketing Commission. As the state chef, he placed an emphasis on using the best local ingredients and has made strides to encourage the support of local farmers and Alabama fishers. He...

ASPA Member Feature: Smith & Sons Seafood

Since 1955, Smith & Sons Seafood in Darien, Georgia, has operated as a successful processor gleaning from abundant shrimp harvests pulled from South Atlantic waters. Walter “Big John” Smith Jr., vice president, is the youngest of the sons and is now at the helm of the company that was started by his father, Walter “WM”...

Treat Yourself With This Savory Shrimp Acadian!

This recipe was from Dorothy Noriea, a finalist in the NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune “Win Your Weight in Shrimp Contest presented by Rouses Markets” cook-off held on June 23, 2018, in New Orleans, LA. SHRIMP ACADIAN INGREDIENTS 1...

It’s a Toss-Up! The Best Shrimp and Salad Pairings

As the new year rolls around, more people are following through on New Year’s Resolutions to eat healthier. Thus, we’d like to assist those looking to improve their health without sacrificing flavor with some of our favorite recipes for shrimp salad! The USDA Dietary Guidelines Committee recommends two cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of vegetables. A...

Chef Advocate Highlight: Tory Miller

TORY MILLER DEJA FOOD RESTAURANT GROUP On any given Saturday at the Dane County Farmers’ Market held in Capitol Square — the heart of Madison, Wisconsin — it’s common to see Tory Miller in his chef whites. A wagon brimming with produce tailing behind him, Miller greets the hundreds of farmers, ranchers, cheesemakers, and artisans...

ASPA Member Feature: David Chauvin’s Seafood Company

David and Kim Chauvin are big visionaries. They currently own three businesses in Dulac, Louisiana: David Chauvin’s Seafood Company, a fuel/ice dock, supply house, and retail location; Bluewater, an IQF processing plant; and Mariah Jade, a dock and specialty processing plant for hand-peeled shrimp. The core of their success is a longstanding foundation of faith...

Do You Ask Restaurants if They Serve Wild-Caught American Shrimp?

As people slowly but surely make their way back outside, restaurants are opening their doors once again and accommodating guests in a COVID-19 world by requesting the usage of masks and social distancing between tables. What a feeling, to be able to dine out at favorite local restaurants once again! And, of course, nothing sounds...

Top 10 Reasons to Always Buy Wild-Caught American Shrimp

Here at Wild American Shrimp, you may see us talking a lot about the virtues of our wild-caught, American shrimp — the tastiest shrimp in the world, all caught in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Ocean. But how do you know which shrimp to buy in the store or order in a restaurant...

Happy National Shrimp Day!

Happy National Shrimp Day from Wild American Shrimp! Today, we’re celebrating everything we love about wild American shrimp caught in the sunny waters of the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic Ocean by American shrimpers and processors, and we encourage you to do the same! To get you started, check out some of our favorite...

Basil Chimichurri Grilled Wild Gulf Shrimp Skewers

INGREDIENTS: 4 lb. Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp, size 16/20, peeled and deveined, tail off 6 cups Cilantro, leaves 6 cups Fresh basil leaves 6 Tbsp. Fresh oregano 6 ea. Garlic, whole cloves 4 ea. Jalapeño, no seeds ½ cup Shallot, sliced 2 Tbsp. Cumin 6 Tbsp. Sherry vinegar 6 Tbsp. Lime juice 1½ Tbsp. Black...

Make Dinner Feel Like a Night Out with These Video Recipes for Shrimp Pasta!

Shrimp Linguine with Vegetables Sometimes, you just want to spend the night in. But what if you’re not the best cook and you don’t want to sacrifice flavor for tonight’s meal? We’ve got you covered! You can recreate the same delicious taste in your own kitchen with these recipes for Shrimp Pasta! A plate...

ASPA Member Feature: Gulf Pride Enterprises, Inc.

Gulf Pride Enterprises, Inc. is naturally all about one thing: pride. It’s a word that represents the 60-year-old family-operated Biloxi business well — a company now run by owner Wally Gollott. Not only does the name signify a high standard of quality for the 50,000 pounds of wild-caught Gulf shrimp processed daily during the season,...

How to Create Your Own Recipes with Chef Robert St. John

Robert St. John, a Wild American Shrimp Chef Advocate, writes a weekly column with topics ranging from traveling tips to cooking advice and recipes. Here is one of his columns on recipe development and how he created one of his most popular dishes. ~~~ Recipe inspiration comes from many places. Sometimes it’s a thought out of thin...

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